God’s Big Story is a podcast for kids! On each episode, we’ll teach the Bible, sing the Bible, and talk about what it means with some friends.
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Sep 28, 2026 · 23:06
Anna and Matt follow Paul and Barnabas as they travel to Antioch sharing the good news about Jesus. Some people believe and others reject their message, but Paul and Barnabas…
Sep 21, 2026 · 26:10
Anna and Matt continue following the growth of the early church with the incredible story of Saul. Saul once hated the church and tried to stop people from following Jesus, but…
Sep 14, 2026 · 22:28
Anna and Matt continue the story of the early church as Philip takes the good news about Jesus to Samaria. Kids will learn about Simon the Magician, who used tricks to make…
Sep 7, 2026 · 14:14
Anna and Matt help parents navigate one of the biggest questions that can come up when raising kids in the faith: How do I know if my child is ready for baptism? Children can…
Aug 31, 2026 · 13:32
DJ Manna shares four powerful Psalms that remind us of God’s goodness, kindness, strength, and sovereignty. From celebrating God's blessings in Psalm 126:3 to resting in His…
Aug 24, 2026 · 10:53
DJ Manna shares three powerful scripture songs to help us live with strength, courage, and faith. With Joshua 1:9, we learn that God is always with us—even when life feels scary,…
Aug 17, 2026 · 15:07
DJ Manna shares three songs that help us see how much God loves us, how good He is, and how much He wants to hear from us. You’ll hear “Jesus Came to Save Sinners,” a reminder…
Aug 10, 2026 · 15:38
DJ Manna shares three songs from the God With Us collection that remind us of one big truth—God is always near. Whether you're having a good day, a sad day, or a confusing day,…
Aug 3, 2026 · 10:59
Ready to sing your way through the whole Bible? DJ Manna and the Village Kids take us on a musical adventure through all 66 books of the Bible! From the “Old Testament Song” to…
Jul 27, 2026 · 13:41
DJ Manna is back with another joyful episode of God’s Big Story Summer Radio! This time, we’re singing along to three amazing songs that teach us about how God made everything,…
Jul 20, 2026 · 13:32
DJ Manna is back and this time, we’re dancing into God’s presence with three amazing songs that teach us about worship, the Bible, and prayer. From singing Psalm 100 to zipping…
Jul 13, 2026 · 11:16
Get ready to sing, dance, and learn with your favorite summer host—DJ Manna! In our first episode of God’s Big Story Summer Radio, DJ Manna shares three awesome songs that help…
Jul 6, 2026 · 10:31
Anna and Matt explore why bedtime is about more than getting kids to sleep. They share how a simple routine of connection, faith, and prayer can help calm anxiety, build…
Jun 29, 2026 · 23:30
Kids will learn that a request is asking God to do or give something. God invites His children to bring every need to Him, trusting that He always hears our prayers and answers…
Jun 22, 2026 · 21:13
kids will learn that lament is a type of prayer where we honestly talk to God about things that feel hard, hurtful, sad, or wrong. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🙏 Confession is…
Jun 15, 2026 · 20:22
kids will learn that lament is a type of prayer where we honestly talk to God about things that feel hard, hurtful, sad, or wrong. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🙏 Lament is a type of…
Jun 8, 2026 · 21:50
Kids will learn that thanksgiving is a type of prayer where we thank God for who He is and what He has done. We can give thanks in every circumstance, especially for the greatest…
Jun 1, 2026 · 22:51
Kids will learn that prayer is how we talk with God and that one important type of prayer is praise. ⭐ What Kids Will Learn: 🙏 Prayer is how we talk with God. ✨ We pray to God…
May 25, 2026 · 22:40
Kids will learn about Peter and John healing a man who was paralyzed through the power of Jesus and the Holy Spirit. They’ll discover that God is still in charge of everything,…
May 18, 2026 · 24:33
Kids will learn about Peter and John healing a man who was paralyzed through the power of Jesus and the Holy Spirit. They’ll discover that God is still in charge of everything,…
May 11, 2026 · 21:18
Kids will learn that God is good because he doesn’t leave us alone—he sent the Holy Spirit to help his people. They’ll discover what happened at Pentecost and how the Holy Spirit…
May 4, 2026 · 21:43
Kids will learn that God is good because he doesn’t leave us alone—he sent the Holy Spirit to help his people. They’ll discover what happened at Pentecost and how the Holy Spirit…
Apr 27, 2026 · 19:08
Kids will learn that God is good because he doesn’t leave us alone—he sent the Holy Spirit to help his people. They’ll discover what happened at Pentecost and how the Holy Spirit…
Apr 20, 2026 · 22:04
Kids will learn that Jesus is alive and in heaven right now, ruling over everything as King. They’ll discover what heaven is like, what Jesus is doing there, and why we can trust…
Apr 13, 2026 · 23:04
In this special review episode, kids will review everything they’ve learned about the life and ministry of Jesus—from his miracles to his love for sinners. They’ll also hear…
Apr 6, 2026 · 21:59
Kids will learn what Jesus did after he rose from the dead and how he spent time with his disciples before returning to heaven. They’ll hear how Jesus gave his followers an…
Mar 30, 2026 · 24:40
Kids will learn why Jesus had to die on the cross and how his death paid the punishment for our sin. They’ll also hear the good news that Jesus didn’t stay dead—he rose again,…
Mar 23, 2026 · 25:40
Kids will learn that Jesus is the promised King who came to Jerusalem to save sinners, not just to be welcomed by a crowd. They’ll also see how the special meal Jesus shared with…
Mar 16, 2026 · 21:31
Anna and Matt tell the story of Zacchaeus, a tax collector who climbed a tree just to see Jesus. Through this story from Luke 19, we'll learn that Jesus came to save sinners and…
Mar 9, 2026 · 20:47
Anna and Matt explore a wonderful truth: God wants to talk with us. Through the story of Jesus welcoming children in Mark 10:13–16, we learn that Jesus loves spending time with…
Mar 2, 2026 · 9:11
Anna and Matt encourage parents to build one simple but powerful habit in their homes: regular Bible reading. Research shows that the single biggest predictor of long-term…
Feb 23, 2026 · 20:10
Kids hear the powerful story of Jesus meeting the Samaritan woman at the well. Through this conversation, Jesus reveals that He came to save sinners—not just one group of people,…
Feb 16, 2026 · 20:42
Kids learn that God is good through the powerful story of Jesus healing a man who could not walk. When four faithful friends bring the man to Jesus, he not only heals the man’s…
Feb 9, 2026 · 21:54
In this episode of God’s Big Story, kids learn that God is in charge of everything through the incredible story of Jesus walking on water. As the disciples face a terrifying…
Feb 2, 2026 · 22:04
We'll learn that God is good through an amazing miracle Jesus performed when He fed thousands of people with just five loaves of bread and two fish. This true story from the…
Jan 26, 2026 · 23:08
Kids learn how Jesus chose twelve ordinary people to be His disciples and invited them to follow Him. Through the calling of fishermen and a tax collector, we see that Jesus…
Jan 19, 2026 · 24:44
We learn how Jesus began His ministry by being baptized and then facing temptation in the wilderness. Even when tempted, Jesus obeyed God perfectly by trusting and using God’s…
Jan 12, 2026 · 20:04
Anna and Matt help kids discover that God wants to talk with us—and He does that through His Word, the Bible. Kids hear the only Bible story about Jesus as a child and learn how…
Dec 15, 2025 · 15:17
As Christmas draws near, Matt and Anna help kids discover how the wise men followed a special star to worship Jesus, the promised Savior. This episode shows how Jesus is worthy…
Dec 8, 2025 · 18:54
Anna and Matt tell the story of Jesus’ birth—how God kept His promise by sending the Savior into the world in the most unexpected way. Kids learn why Jesus came, why His birth is…
Dec 1, 2025 · 16:01
In this Advent kickoff episode, Anna and Matt take us back to the very beginning of the Bible to remember why we needed a Savior and why Christmas is such good news. As they…
Nov 24, 2025 · 6:58
In this Parent Talk mini-episode, Anna and Matt sit down with Jess from Minno to talk honestly about screen time, discipleship, and how parents can use the right kind of content…
Nov 17, 2025 · 22:20
It’s review day! Anna and Matt walk back through all ten attributes of God from Season 11 and help kids become “attribute hunters”—spotting God’s character in familiar Bible…
Nov 10, 2025 · 21:56
Anna and Matt meet their friend Kim the Meteorologist to learn that God is Glorious — He shows His greatness and worth! When Jesus was transfigured on the mountain, His disciples…
Nov 3, 2025 · 23:54
Anna and Matt salute their friend Josiah the Soldier and learn how sacrifice shows true love. Through Josiah’s story of bravery and Jesus’s ultimate sacrifice on the cross, kids…
Oct 27, 2025 · 20:50
Anna and Matt talk fishing with their friend Rick the Fisherman and dive into the story of Jonah and the big fish. Through Jonah’s disobedience, the storm, and the giant fish…
Oct 20, 2025 · 23:09
Anna and Matt learn about compassion with help from their friend Nurse Amy. When Matt loses his pet goldfish, they talk about how God is Compassionate—He sees, cares, and acts…
Oct 13, 2025 · 26:36
Anna and Matt team up with Firefighter Cody to learn about Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and the fiery furnace. Through their courage and faith, kids discover that God is…
Oct 6, 2025 · 24:08
Anna and Matt hop into the time machine to meet Thomas—yes, Doubting Thomas! Through his story, kids learn that God is Patient—He is slow to anger. When Thomas struggled to…
Sep 29, 2025 · 19:50
Anna and Matt travel back in the time machine to meet Jonathan, the son of King Saul and friend of David. Jonathan shares how God protected David again and again, proving that…
Sep 22, 2025 · 21:04
Anna and Matt play with Play-Doh and meet their friend Jenny the Sculptor, who helps them learn that God is Worthy—Only He deserves all glory. From mountain goats to the golden…
Sep 15, 2025 · 20:08
Anna and Matt welcome Andy the Postal Worker to help explain today’s attribute: God is Faithful—He always keeps His promises. Kids learn that while people sometimes mess up, God…
Sep 8, 2025 · 22:42
Anna and Matt kick off Season 11 with a brand-new attribute: God is Almighty—Nothing is too hard for Him! With help from their friend Ryan the Weightlifter, they explore God’s…
Jun 12, 2025 · 17:27
In the final episode of our special Bible mini-season, Anna and Matt are joined by Rick the Missionary—someone who shares God’s good news with people who’ve never heard it…
Jun 11, 2025 · 20:19
Anna and Matt are joined by Will Derness—aka “Will,” the expert helper with a sash full of badges! Will brings along his special gospel timeline badges to help explain how the…
Jun 10, 2025 · 21:10
Anna and Matt hop in the time machine to meet Daniel—aka “Mr. Prophet!” While exploring ancient Babylon, they learn how God used people like Daniel to write down His true words.…
Jun 9, 2025 · 20:23
Anna and Matt kick off a special VBS mini-series all about the Bible—God’s true word! They’re joined by Lindsey the Historian Librarian, who helps explain how the Bible isn’t…
Jun 5, 2025 · 18:04
In this fun episode, Matt introduces Anna, the new voice on the show. Hear about her favorite parts of the Bible—like Psalms, Rahab, and Paul—and get a sneak peek at what’s…
Jun 17, 2024 · 12:57
In our first episode of God's Big Story — Parent Talk, Julie and Matt wrap up our mini-season with a focus on family discipleship. They share practical strategies for integrating…
Jun 13, 2024 · 20:13
Julie and Matt talk about the last way God builds His family - by growing His children to become more like Jesus. Their friend Lehia, a plant expert, explained how the Holy…
Jun 12, 2024 · 20:51
Julie and Matt had their friend Doug the bird caller back to review how God calls people into His family. They talked to Ryan, who helps kids get adopted into safe families as a…
Jun 11, 2024 · 20:59
Julie and Matt talked about how God calls people to be part of His family, the church. Their friend Doug, who does bird calls, explained that just like birds use special calls to…
Jun 10, 2024 · 20:30
Julie and Matt talk with the brave explorer Will-Derness about God's family. They discuss what it's like for the church to be God's family, how God is like the head of the…
Jun 3, 2024 · 25:17
In the 100th episode celebration of God's Big Story, hosts Julie and Matt, along with a lineup of returning friends like Sean, Garrick, Kerry, Anna, Judge Jesse, and Guy the…
May 6, 2024 · 16:00
Join us for a special celebration of our 99th episode as we answer your questions about God's Big Story! Listen in as we tackle the mystery of the Trinity, explore why we might…
Apr 15, 2024 · 21:25
We wrap up Season 10 with a bang! Your favorite trio, Julie, Matt, and Garrick, come together to revisit all of the attributes of God we've discovered this season! Attributes of…
Apr 8, 2024 · 20:30
Join us as we wrap up an enlightening season filled with growth in both our understanding of God and our vocabulary! Listen in as Julie and Matt reflect on the powerful words and…
Apr 1, 2024 · 19:38
Listen in as we explore the wisdom of God and how it's not only an attribute of God but also a quality we can share and grow in as His people. We're thrilled to have Professor…
Mar 25, 2024 · 18:58
Join us as we explore the attribute of God as our ultimate Provider. We welcome Julia, a dedicated Meals on Wheels delivery driver, who gives us a heartwarming insight into her…
Mar 18, 2024 · 20:28
Join us as we revisit the attributes of God with the help of our special guest and theologian, Garrick! Listen in as we put our knowledge to the test with a lively…
Mar 11, 2024 · 20:37
Listen in as we explore the meaning of generosity. With our friend, Carrie Brockenberry, a real game show host, joining us, we unravel how God's gifts to His children come…
Mar 4, 2024 · 18:43
Listen in as we explore one of the most powerful attributes of God: Sovereignty. This week we had the pleasure of being joined by our good friend and local politician, David, who…
Feb 26, 2024 · 20:02
Join us as we explore God's justice and mercy, illuminated by the age-old story of Noah! We kick things off with our friend, Jenna, a Traffic Warden, whose experiences with…
Feb 19, 2024 · 17:08
Join us as we explore God's holiness, an attribute that marks His complete perfection and distinction from sin. We’re joined by our guest, editor Eddie Tor. Eddie brings clarity…
Feb 12, 2024 · 20:26
Hey there, friends! Join us as we explore the attribute of God as Creator. Our friend, Annie, a professional artist with a knack for painting and sculpting, drops by to share her…
Feb 5, 2024 · 23:29
Join us this week as we explore the unshakable goodness of God, an attribute that sets Him apart from all of creation. We're joined by Harmony, an Olympian, who reminds us that…
Jan 29, 2024 · 22:32
Listen in as we kick off Season 10 of God's Big Story with a journey into the attributes of God! We're thrilled to have our friend and theologian, Garrick, join us as we navigate…
Jan 22, 2024 · 3:28
Starting next week, we'll be discussing the attributes of God! Join Matt and Julie all season long as we teach the Bible, sing the Bible, and talk about what it means with some…
Dec 25, 2023 · 15:53
Even though the Christmas decorations might be packed away, the story of Jesus' birth is a gift that keeps on giving. This episode unwraps the incredible news of Jesus' purpose…
Dec 11, 2023 · 18:42
Join Julie and Matt as they share one of the most important stories in the Bible - the birth of Jesus Christ. We also have our young listeners share their unique ways of…
Dec 4, 2023 · 16:36
Join us as Julie and Matt take you through the enchanting and magical season of Christmas. Listen in as we get in the holiday spirit, share jokes, discuss traditions, and eagerly…
Nov 27, 2023 · 17:31
Listen in as we wrap up Season 9 of God's Big Story where we've taken a journey through the 10 Commandments. Matt and Julie celebrate by reciting all 10 commandments, which we've…
Nov 20, 2023 · 20:19
Julie and Matt explore the 10th commandment, "you shall not covet," and they grapple with its meaning and how it ties into trusting God. This episode is a great reminder of how…
Nov 13, 2023 · 19:27
Join us as we decode the 9th Commandment, "Thou shalt not bear false witness." We break down these big words, with our good friend Judge Jesse shedding light on the serious…
Nov 6, 2023 · 18:56
Get ready to join Julie and Matt, as they unpack the meaning of the 8th commandment, 'You shall not steal'. In this episode, we invite our good friend and baseball player,…
Oct 30, 2023 · 19:57
Adding to our understanding of the 7th commandment is our special guest, Wanda, the wedding planner. Wanda shares the importance of faithfulness and the sanctity of marriage. She…
Oct 23, 2023 · 22:45
Join Julie & Matt as they unpack the meaning behind God's 6th commandment and its call for us to value human life, just as He does. We explore the story of Moses, his struggle…
Oct 16, 2023 · 20:36
As we dive into the 5th commandment together, Anna from the Army Honor Guard, helps us discover what honor means. She suggests that it's more than just showing respect to those…
Oct 9, 2023 · 20:36
We have a special guest joining us, Dr. Mitch, who offers a fascinating perspective on the role of rest in our lives, both from a spiritual and physical health viewpoint. Tune in…
Oct 2, 2023 · 21:52
We explore the importance of words and why it matters to use them in the right way. We talk to our friend Garrick, an etymologist, about why words have power and why it is…
Sep 25, 2023 · 21:20
Get ready for a lively and enlightening exploration into the Bible's second commandment in this week's episode of God's Big Story. Julie and Matt, alongside our special guest…
Sep 18, 2023 · 19:04
We discuss the first of the Ten Commandments, which states that there should be no other gods besides the one true God. We talk about the concept of luck and how it is not…
Sep 11, 2023 · 22:11
Julie and Matt kick off season 9 by introducing the theme of the 10 Commandments! They are joined by Becca, a Referee, who explains how rules are important in sports and in life.…
Sep 4, 2023 · 2:42
Join us this season as we talk about each of the 10 commandments and see that God is good to give us them. Watch this video to learn all 10 commandments. Check out more resources…
Jun 15, 2023 · 18:16
Julie and Matt are joined by Colleen, the Bible Teacher, to learn about how we can worship God with our voices! Helpful Definitions: WORSHIP — Showing someone or something that…
Jun 14, 2023 · 18:04
Julie and Matt are joined by Hannah, the Humanitarian, to learn about how we can worship God with our actions! Helpful Definitions: WORSHIP — Showing someone or something that…
Jun 13, 2023 · 19:29
Today's guest is Theo the Theologian, who spends a lot of time learning about God and sharing his knowledge with others. Julie and Matt discuss with Theo how we can worship God…
Jun 12, 2023 · 19:38
Julie and Matt are joined by Tanner, the Worship Leader, to talk about the importance of worship. Tanner explains that worship is showing someone or something that they are most…
Jun 5, 2023 · 2:54
Join us this Summer for a new mini-series as we learn all about worship: Who and why we worship Worship with our hearts + minds Worship with our actions Worship with our voices…
Dec 14, 2022 · 17:42
Julie and Matt are on the search for the answer to the question “Who is a minister?” They’ll be joined by their friend Heather (a minister) as she helps clarify who ministers and…
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